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Trakker Antares 243X Hand-Held Terminal User’s Manual

Warnings, Cautions, and Notes

The warnings, cautions, and notes in this manual use the following format.

Warning

A warning alerts you of an operating procedure, practice, condition, or statement that must be strictly observed to avoid death or serious injury to the persons working on the equipment.

Avertissement

Un avertissement vous avertit d’une procédure de fonctionnement, d’une méthode, d’un état ou d’un rapport qui doit être strictement respecté pour éviter l’occurrence de mort ou de blessures graves aux personnes manupulant l’équipement.

Caution

A caution alerts you to an operating procedure, practice, condition, or statement that must be strictly observed to prevent equipment damage or destruction, or corruption or loss of data.

Conseil

Une précaution vous avertit d’une procédure de fonctionnement, d’une méthode, d’un état ou d’un rapport qui doit être strictement respecté pour empêcher l’endommagement ou la destruction de l’équipement, ou l’altération ou la perte de données.

Note: Notes are statements that either provide extra information about a topic or contain special instructions for handling a particular condition or set of circumstances.

About This Manual

This manual contains all of the necessary information to connect, operate, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain the Trakker Antares® 2430 and 2435 hand-held terminal. Use this manual in conjunction with the Trakker Antares 2400 Family System Manual (Part No. 071389), which contains detailed information about configuring, operating, and programming all terminals in the 2400 Family.

This manual was written for two audiences:

All users who need to know how to use the terminal to collect data.

MIS personnel, operations personnel, analysts, and programmers who need to know how to install, configure, test, troubleshoot, and use the terminal to operate in a network. You should have a good knowledge of your company’s network and data collection software. You should be familiar with data communications and network protocols.

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Contents 243X Hand-Held Terminal Page Contents How to Configure the Terminal Configuring the Terminal With the Menu SystemConfiguring the Terminal With the Clone Application Configuring Drives and Memory on the TerminalContents Using RF Communications on the Terminal How to Use This ChapterBooting the Terminal Troubleshooting a Locked Up ApplicationPage Vii Warranty Information Safety SummaryBefore You Begin Viii About This ManualTrakker Antares 243X Hand-Held Terminal User’s Manual Chapter Summary Term DescriptionConvention How to Interpret the Convention Conventions for Input From a Keypad or KeyboardConventions for Bar Codes Convention Description XiiLearning About the Terminal Page What Are the Trakker Antares 243X Terminals? Learning About the 243X’s Features CGA-compatible screenOptions for the Terminals Accessories for the Terminals Unpacking the Terminal Using the Terminal’s Battery Pack Determining When the Battery Pack Is LowCharging the Battery Pack Installing the Battery PackTo charge the battery pack To install the battery pack243XU005.eps Using the Keypad Managing Battery PowerWays to Save Battery Power SituationFinding the Special Keys Color on Overlay To Type the Character Using the Suspend/Resume KeyTyping the Characters Printed on the Keypad Using the Modifier Keys Capitalizing All CharactersUsing the International Keypads Using the TE 2000 Keypads To change the display contrast Using the ScreenTo turn the backlight on and off Learning About the Status Icons Protocol Status Icon Off Status Icon BlinksLearning About the Audio Signals Port COM Port Designation for Applications Using the Terminal’s Serial PortBeep Sequence Situation Using the Terminal’s Scanner To scan a bar code label with the scannerNancy Learning About the Connector Modules 243X has two different connector module optionsScanning Options Connecting to a Serial Device or NetworkConnecting an Input Device Defining the Terminal’s Drives Using the Terminal for the First Time To use the 243X for the first timeLearning About the Terminal Page Configuring the Terminal Page How to Configure the Terminal About the ConfigurationsConfiguring the Terminal With the Menu System To access the Rakker Antares 2400 Menu SystemMain Menu Configuration Menu Trakker Antares 2400 Menu System at a GlanceAccessing Online Help Selecting Menus and CommandsTo access a help screen Filling In FieldsReader Command Menu Marking Check BoxesEntering Ascii Control Characters To enter Ascii characters for a preamble or postambleTask Exiting Screens and Saving ChangesCharacters Exiting the Menu System Configuring the Terminal With the Clone Application To clone configuration parameters and applications Configuring Drives and Memory on the TerminalConfiguring the RAM Drive Configuring Flash Memory Page Operating the Terminal in a Network Page 243X in a Wired Network How the Terminals Fit Into Your NetworkTCP/IP 2435s in Multiple Subnetworks UDP Plus 2435s in Multiple Subnetworks TCP/IP Using Serial Communications on the Terminal 2435s Communicating Across Subnetworks UDP PlusChoosing a Communications Protocol Binary ProtocolConfigurable Protocol Master Polling Protocol Using RF Communications on the Terminal Planning the Network ConnectionConfiguring the DCS Configuring the Access PointsOpenAir Radio About the Network Parameters Monitoring Network CommunicationsTroubleshooting and Maintaining the Terminal Page How to Use This Chapter Problem See This Section to Find a SolutionSolution Problems While Operating the TerminalProblem Problems While Operating the Terminal $+DC3Problems While Configuring the Terminal Problems While Configuring the Terminal Problem PG command failed Configuration was not updated Problem Problems Communicating With RF Network Devices Problem Problems While Running Applications Problem Solution Problems Transmitting Data Through the Serial PortProblems Transmitting Data Through the DCS Problems Scanning Bar Code Labels Solution Booting the Terminal Booting the Terminal on ResumeTroubleshooting a Locked Up Application Using the Boot MenuResetting the Terminal To reset the terminalCleaning the Scanner Window and Terminal Screen To clean the scanner window and terminal screenSpecifications Page Physical and Environmental Specifications Terminal DimensionsPower Specifications Electrical SpecificationsTemperature and Environmental Specifications ScreenKeypad Options Application OptionsSpecifications 802.11b Radio SpecificationsOpenAir Radio Specifications Wired Data CommunicationsInput Devices and Cables Pin AssignmentsPin Assignments for COM1 Pin Assignments for the Input Device Connectors Specifications aPage Index Page CSymbols and Numbers IndexTrakker Antares 243X Hand-Held Terminal User’s Manual Click, audio signals, 1-20 conventions, defined Trakker Antares 243X Hand-Held Terminal User’s Manual Index Trakker Antares 243X Hand-Held Terminal User’s Manual Terminal Emulation Programmer’s Guide

243X specifications

The IBM 243X is part of IBM's OBS (Office of Business Solutions) series, widely recognized for its robust performance and innovative technologies designed for enterprise-level data processing and management. This series is well-suited for organizations demanding reliability, scalability, and efficiency in their operations.

One of the standout features of the IBM 243X is its powerful processing capability. It is equipped with advanced multi-core processors that enable it to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, making it ideal for data-intensive applications such as data analysis, transaction processing, and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems. The architecture of the IBM 243X ensures optimized performance with minimal latency, ensuring that businesses can operate seamlessly even during peak loads.

In terms of memory and storage, the IBM 243X supports a vast amount of RAM and offers flexible storage options. This allows organizations to customize their configurations based on their specific needs. The device can handle large databases and supports fast access speeds, which is vital for real-time data processing. Additionally, IBM’s proprietary storage technologies ensure data integrity and quick retrieval, contributing to overall operational efficiency.

Safety and security are paramount in today’s digital landscape, and the IBM 243X incorporates several advanced security features. With built-in data encryption, secure boot processes, and compliance with international security standards, the IBM 243X safeguards sensitive business information against unauthorized access and potential cyber threats.

Customization and scalability are also key characteristics of the IBM 243X. Organizations can easily scale their infrastructure up or down based on evolving needs. The modular design allows for added components, which can be integrated without disrupting existing operations, ensuring maximum uptime and productivity.

Furthermore, the IBM 243X leverages cloud integration, enabling businesses to seamlessly connect with various cloud services for backup, disaster recovery, and collaborative work environments. This flexibility positions the IBM 243X as a future-proof investment, offering organizations the ability to adapt to changing technological landscapes.

In summary, the IBM 243X stands out with its robust processing capabilities, extensive memory and storage options, advanced security features, and flexibility for customization and scalability. These characteristics make it an invaluable tool for businesses seeking efficiency, reliability, and performance in their operations.